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How to pronounce:
accent
Definition:
(nou) distinctive manner of oral expression (nou) special importance or significance (nou) the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people (nou) the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) (nou) a diacritical mark used to indicate stress or placed above a vowel to indicate a special pronunciation
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæksent
Examples:
The acute accent denotes the syllable where the stress happens.
But there is no one yokel accent.
They had a strange accent.
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Common mistakes of accent pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "a-ˈccent" instead of the correct "ˈac-cent". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "ˈac".
- Vowel confusion: Pronouncing the first syllable as "æ" (as in "cat") instead of the correct "æ" (as in "bat") can lead to mispronunciation. Tip: Focus on the "a" sound in "accent" being more open.
- Dropping syllables: Some might say "ˈacnt" instead of "ˈac-cent", omitting the second syllable. Tip: Always pronounce both syllables clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect vowel length: Saying "ˈaː-ˌcent" with an elongated first vowel is a common error. Tip: Keep the first vowel short and crisp, as in "ˈac-cent".
- Regional variations: In some accents, "accent" may be pronounced with a different vowel sound, like "ˈæks-ɛnt". Tip: Be aware of regional differences but stick to the standard "ˈac-cent" for clarity.